
Tom Sawyer is the restless, clever boy who turns everyday life along the Mississippi into a playground of daring schemes. In this episode he and his friends hatch an audacious plan to stage their own funeral, a prank that spirals into a tense morning of confession and gentle rebuke from Aunt Polly. The dialogue crackles with the familiar mix of Tom’s quick wit, Mary’s steady patience, and Sid’s reluctant participation, giving listeners a vivid taste of the household dynamics that shape his mischief.
As the story unfolds, Tom’s imagination collides with the consequences of his actions, pulling him between the thrill of adventure and the pull of responsibility. The river, the woods, and the small-town streets become backdrops for both runaway escapades and moments of genuine reflection. Listeners will find humor, heart, and a snapshot of youthful rebellion that feels both timeless and unmistakably tied to the world of St. Petersburg, Missouri.
Language
en
Duration
~48 minutes (46K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-06-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1835–1910
Best known for bringing the Mississippi River, small-town America, and sharp humor vividly to life, this American writer turned everyday speech into unforgettable literature. Under the pen name Mark Twain, Samuel Langhorne Clemens became one of the most famous and most quoted authors of the 19th century.
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